Nurse Practitioner

Overview

• Provide comprehensive care to families, focusing on health promotion and management of acute and chronic conditions.
• Engage in health promotion activities and recruitment efforts for the healthcare site.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure quality patient care and effective treatment plans.
• Utilize eClinicalWorks for accurate documentation and patient record management.
• Participate in quality improvement projects and peer review processes to enhance clinical outcomes.
• Provide mental health screenings and prescribe medications for conditions like depression and anxiety.
• Prescribe evidence-based treatments, including medications, within the scope of licensure.
• Comfortably work with diverse populations, including recent immigrants, ensuring culturally competent care.
• Maintain updated certifications and comply with all applicable healthcare regulations.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Evaluate and manage acute and chronic medical conditions for adult patients.
• Perform initial assessments and management of mental health conditions.
• Order and analyze diagnostic tests using evidence-based principles.
• Advise patients on treatment recommendations and preventive screenings.
• Document patient interactions and treatment plans in the electronic medical record system.
• Collaborate with healthcare teams to ensure comprehensive care delivery.
• Participate in clinic meetings and pre-visit planning activities.
• Engage in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient care.
• Provide culturally sensitive care to diverse patient populations.

Job Requirements

• Master's Degree in Nursing (MSN) or Doctoral Degree in Nursing Practice (DNP).
• Certification as a Family Nurse Practitioner or Adult Nurse Practitioner.
• Current and valid NYS license and DEA certification.
• Updated BLS and infection control certificates.
• Proficiency in Spanish or an Asian language preferred.
• Experience with PrEP/PEP, STI treatment, and mental health medication prescription.
• Familiarity with eClinicalWorks and ambulatory care settings.
• AAHIVM certification and/or LGBT health certification is a plus.
• Minimum two years of experience as a Nurse Practitioner required.